You Belong To Me
Jo Stafford & Paul Weston and His Orchestra Lyrics


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See the pyramids along the Nile
Watch the sun rise on a tropic isle
Just remember, darling, all the while
You belong to me

See the marketplace in old Algiers
Send me photographs and souvenirs
Just remember when a dream appears
You belong to me

I'll be so alone without you
Maybe you'll be lonesome too, and blue

Fly the ocean in a silver plane
See the jungle when it's wet with rain
Just remember till you're home again
You belong to me

I'll be so alone without you
Maybe you'll be lonesome too, and blue

Fly the ocean in a silver plane
Watch the jungle when it's wet with rain




But remember darling, till you're home again
You belong to me

Overall Meaning

The song "You Belong To Me" by Jo Stafford was written in 1952 by Pee Wee King, Redd Stewart, and Chilton Price. It has since become a classic and an iconic love song. The lyrics describe a long-distance relationship where the singer asks their lover to remember that they belong to each other no matter how far apart they are.


The song takes the listener on a journey around the world as the singer describes different places like the pyramids along the Nile, a tropic isle, and the marketplace in old Algiers. These descriptions are colorful and vivid, adding depth to the song's message. The singer asks their lover to send them photographs and souvenirs from these places, but also reminds them that no matter where they go or what they do, they still belong to each other.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the strength of their connection, as the singer emphasizes that they will feel lonely without their lover and assumes that their lover will feel the same. This emphasizes the idea of a true and deep connection that can overcome distance and time.


Line by Line Meaning

See the pyramids along the Nile
Take in the wonder and beauty of Egypt's pyramids. Enjoy exploring the world.


Watch the sun rise on a tropic isle
Experience the peace and tranquility of a tropical island. Bask in the sun's warmth and marvel at its beauty.


Just remember, darling, all the while
Don't forget that no matter where you go or what you do, you belong to me. I am always thinking of you.


See the marketplace in old Algiers
Visit the vibrant markets of Algiers. Discover new and exotic goods and cultures.


Send me photographs and souvenirs
Share the memories of your travels with me. Send me reminders of the places you've been.


Just remember when a dream appears
Remember that even in the midst of your wildest dreams and adventures, you still belong to me.


I'll be so alone without you
I'll miss you dearly while you're away. Your presence means so much to me.


Maybe you'll be lonesome too, and blue
Perhaps you will miss me as much as I miss you. We will both feel the absence of the other.


Fly the ocean in a silver plane
Journey across the vast ocean in a modern airplane. Explore new lands and new horizons.


See the jungle when it's wet with rain
Discover the beauty of a lush, tropical jungle. Experience its majesty in the rain.


Just remember till you're home again
Don't forget that no matter what happens or where you go, you still belong to me. I eagerly await your return.


You belong to me
No matter what, you are mine. You have a special place in my heart that no one else can fill.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Pee Wee King, Chilton Price, Redd Stewart

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